London, UK - Transform UK, a leading technology and data consultancy, is delighted to announce the strategic acquisition of Cadence Innova, a move that significantly bolsters its growth ambitions within the public sector. As a member of the Next 15 group, Transform is reinforcing its commitment to delivering comprehensive digital strategies and transformative solutions.

Cadence Innova, renowned for its public service transformation expertise, has become a trusted advisor to central and local government, as well as the rail and road sectors. This acquisition is a testament to Transform's dedication to enhancing its consultancy offerings and providing unparalleled service to its clients.

Key Highlights of the Acquisition

• Strategic Growth: The acquisition aligns with Next 15's group-level strategy to expand its consultancy services.
• Expertise Fusion: Cadence Innova's public sector transformation knowledge complements Transform's  public transformation expertise as well as digital and data capabilities.
• Enhanced Services: Clients will benefit from an end-to-end service, from strategy to implementation, enriched by the combined expertise of both companies.
• Shared Values: A partnership founded on mutual respect for delivering impactful change and driving innovation.

Both organisations will continue to operate independently until February 1^st 2025, when the new company will become fully operational.

About Transform UK

Transform UK, a Next 15 company, is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth and business transformation by leveraging data, creativity, and technology. With a focus on delivering interconnected digital strategies, Transform UK has established itself as a leader in the public transformation and consultancy sectors.

This is an exciting chapter for Transform as we continue to expand. We’re delivering exceptional work across many Government departments and the acquisition of Cadence Innova, who we’ve been hugely impressed with for a while now, provides us with a breadth of expertise that will enhance both of our offerings in the sector. It was really important to find a future partner that shared our values, and we’re excited to deliver more impactful change for our clients and citizens as a result of us coming together.

Emma Robertson, CEO of Transform

About Cadence Innova

Cadence Innova is a consultancy that excels in public service transformation. As trusted advisors to government entities and the transport industry, they have a proven track record of enabling positive change and delivering innovative solutions.

This acquisition marks a significant milestone in our journey, and we are thrilled about the opportunities it presents for both Cadence Innova and our customers. Working with Transform, we’ve seen first-hand that they share our commitment and passion to enable positive change, and access to their deep digital, data and AI skills strengthens our capabilities to better serve our clients and drive the next stage of growth.

Gary Ashby, Founding Partner of Cadence Innova

For further information please contact Emma Honeybone:

• Email: emma.honeybone@transformUK.com
• Phone: 07738 207000